Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
These Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots are a delightful side dish that combines the natural sweetness of carrots with the rich flavor of brown sugar and butter. Perfectly caramelized, they make a wonderful complement to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 lb (450g) carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced carrots to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are tender.
- Stir in the brown sugar, salt, pepper, and optional cinnamon.
- Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the carrots are caramelized and the sauce is thick, about 5 more minutes.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg